Manager, Commercial Strategic Initiatives

About the job

The Commercial Strategic Initiatives team serves as a key partner in shaping the organization's long-term growth strategy and operational excellence. Working across Finance, Commercial Operations, and business leadership, the team identifies opportunities, evaluates investments, validates business assumptions, and drives high-impact initiatives from concept to implementation. Through rigorous analysis, strategic planning, and disciplined execution, the team helps ensure business decisions are supported by accurate data, strong financial rationale, and measurable outcomes.

As the Manager, Commercial Strategic Initiatives, you will play a critical role in helping the organization identify, evaluate, and execute strategic priorities. You will partner with leaders across the business to assess opportunities, validate assumptions, develop ROI models, and ensure key decisions are supported by accurate data and sound financial analysis. You will lead proof-of-concept initiatives and pilot programs, measuring performance against established success criteria and determining scalability across the organization. From developing multi-year strategic roadmaps to supporting complex cross-functional projects, you'll help turn innovative ideas into sustainable business solutions. Success in this role requires exceptional business acumen, financial modeling expertise, project management capability, and an unwavering commitment to detail and data accuracy. You thrive in environments where strategic thinking, analytical rigor, and excellence are equally important.

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Business Strategy •    Lead the evaluation, development, and execution of strategic initiatives aligned with business growth and commercial objectives. •    Build and maintain a 3-5 year strategic roadmap, identifying critical initiatives required to achieve organizational goals. •    Conduct financial, operational, and market analysis to identify opportunities and support strategic decision-making. •    Develop business cases and executive recommendations based on robust data and financial insights. •    Develop and support executive-level presentations and reporting that provide strategic initiative updates, business performance insights, and recommendations to          Senior and Executive Leadership, including Commercial Acceleration Board Books, Steering Committee meetings, and Executive Committee presentations. •    Partner with senior leadership to prioritize investments and strategic initiatives.

Financial Analysis & ROI Modeling •    Develop comprehensive financial models to evaluate business opportunities, operational improvements, and growth initiatives. •    Validate financial assumptions and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of business data. •    Measure initiative performance against forecasted financial and operational outcomes. •    Identify risks, opportunities, and recommendations through data-driven analysis.

Proof of Concept & Pilot Management •    Lead proof-of-concept development and pilot testing for new business initiatives. •    Define testing methodologies, performance metrics, and success criteria. •    Analyze pilot outcomes and determine business viability and scalability. •    Build implementation strategies to successfully cascade initiatives throughout the organization.

Commercial Operations & Process Improvement •    Partner with Commercial Operations to develop scalable operating models and implementation plans. •    Identify process improvement opportunities that enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and business performance. •    Implement standardized processes and best practices across business functions.

Due Diligence & Data Governance •    Serve as a trusted resource for validating financial, operational, and business data used in strategic decision-making. •    Conduct detailed due diligence to ensure recommendations are supported by accurate and reliable information. •    Develop controls and processes that promote analytical rigor and data quality. •    Maintain thorough documentation and organizational discipline throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For •    10+ years of experience in strategy, finance, business planning, consulting, commercial operations, or project management. •    Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and business case development experience. •    Demonstrated success leading strategic, cross-functional initiatives. •    Experience conducting due diligence, evaluating investments, and making data-driven recommendations. •    Strong analytical and critical-thinking capabilities with exceptional attention to detail. •    Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights. •    Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modeling tools, and business intelligence platforms.

You'll Go the Extra Mile If You Have •    Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, Operations, or a related field. •    Experience supporting Commercial Operations •    Experience developing and managing enterprise strategic roadmaps. •    Experience leading pilot programs, innovation initiatives, or proof-of-concept testing. •    Strong commercial acumen and understanding of how strategy, operations, and financial performance intersect.

About Us

Since opening our first store in 1979, AutoZone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners. Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth. Whether you're helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.

Benefits at AutoZone

AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial well-being.

All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time):

• Competitive pay

• Unrivaled company culture

• Medical, dental and vision plans

• Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount

• 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan

• AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support

• Opportunities for career growth

Additional Benefits for Full-Time AutoZoners:

• Paid time off

• Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards

• Tuition reimbursement

Minimum age requirements may apply. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for AutoZoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at Careers.AutoZone.com.

We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team.

Online Application:

An online application is required. Click the Apply button to complete your application. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply visit careers.autozone.com/candidateresources.

AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories. ​

Additional Information

• Job Identification: 151587
• Job Category: Corporate
• Posting Date: 2026-09-25
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Locations: 123 S Front St, Memphis, TN, 38103, US ()